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Super Connected: Strategies for Networking Like a Pro

Establishing a powerful network is critical to gaining visibility, exhibiting professional competence, and advancing in your career. But, relationship building doesn't come naturally to everyone.

You can master strategic networking without losing yourself.

Build genuine connections, cultivate meaningful relationships, and unlock new professional opportunities.

This course offers practice tactics to help you develop your authentic style in building relationships and a network that establishes a foundation for meaningful work and career success.

You'll walk away with five networking power practices that you can immediately implement to achieve both personal and professional impact. 

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Developing and Executing Your Career Strategic Plan

Many people assume that the hardest thing about 'Strategy' is the planning; being creative or visionary enough to set goals or aspire to grow. The simple reality is that 'knowing what to do' is the easy bit. Execution is the heavy lifting. Action and accountability are what separate the doers from the dreamers.

In this candid and practical course, we’ll take a page from the playbook of high-performing organizations, reviewing the components of an effective strategic plan; mission, vision, values, goals, and behaviors. Along the way, we’ll consider research on the topics of purpose, well-being, and goal-setting. Participants will walk away with a road map to effectively execute on that plan, on their journey to personal and professional success.

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Imagine If

  • You had a powerful network of trusted colleagues and mentors who opened doors to new opportunities and shared invaluable insights.
  • You could confidently walk into any room, knowing how to build authentic connections that foster collaboration and mutual success.

  • Your professional relationships didn't just support your career but amplified your credibility, visibility, and influence.

  • You had a clear, personalized strategy for networking that aligns with your social temperament and feels natural, not forced.
  • You were seen as a connector and leader, with a reputation for cultivating meaningful, high-impact relationships.
  • Your network became a source of inspiration, accountability, and growth, helping you reach new levels of success.
  • You stopped hesitating and started embracing every chance to connect, collaborate, and advance your career.  
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3 Reasons Why Networking is
Key to Your Career Success

#1

Access to Opportunities

Networking opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities that may not be publicly advertised. Through networking, you can:

Discover Hidden Opportunities: Many job openings are filled through referrals and personal connections. Networking increases your chances of hearing about these plum roles.

Gain Allies and Advocates: A strong professional network can provide valuable referrals and recommendations, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.

Stay Informed: By connecting with others, you stay informed about trends, developments, and new opportunities that can advance your career.

#2

Building Professional Relationships

Networking helps you build and maintain relationships that are essential for career growth. These relationships can:

Provide Support and Mentorship: Establish connections with mentors and peers who can offer guidance, support, and advice as you navigate your career.

Enhance Collaboration: Professional relationships foster collaboration, opening up opportunities for joint projects, partnerships, and teamwork that can enhance your skills and achievements.

Expand Your Influence: A strong network increases your visibility and influence within your industry, positioning you as a well-connected and respected professional.

#3

Personal and Professional Development

Networking contributes significantly to your personal and professional growth. It enables you to:

Gain New Insights and Knowledge: Interacting with a diverse group of professionals exposes you to different perspectives, ideas, and knowledge that can enhance your expertise and innovation.

Improve Communication Skills: Regular networking helps you refine your communication and interpersonal skills, making you a more effective and confident communicator.

Boost Confidence and Motivation: Engaging with like-minded professionals and hearing their success stories can inspire and motivate you to pursue your goals with greater confidence and determination.

 

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About Your Teacher

With decades of leadership experience, Laurie Baedke knows how demanding it is to lead an organization. She blends empathy with practical tools that help leaders and organizations thrive at work and life – because you deserve both.

Laurie is a sought after expert, keynote speaker, and facilitator at private client events. Popular topics include: 

  • Leadership performance
  • Mentorship, sponsorship, & coaching
  • Resilience and well-being

Chart the course to exceptional leadership with the support of a trusted guide. Gain greater confidence and more clarity so you can lead and live intentionally.

“Networking is a critical component of career success. It contributes to our development, opens access to hidden opportunities, and provides meaningful connection.”

Laurie Baedke

What You'll Learn

  • Understand the core principles of effective networking and how to leverage them in any setting.
  • Build connections that align with your social temperament and career aspirations.
  • Learning how to communication your unique strengths and expertise with clarity and confidence.
  • Nurture and maintain meaningful connections that provide long-term career value. 
  • Approach professional gatherings with confidence and leave a lasting, positive impression. 
  • Turn connections into collaborations, transforming introductions into partnerships, mentorships, and career oppotunities.

The Bottomline


Investing in creating a personal career strategic plan is crucial for achieving clarity, maintaining focus, and building the motivation and resilience needed to navigate your career path effectively. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance to the next level, a strategic plan is an invaluable tool for driving your professional growth and success.

By the end of this course, you'll have the confidence, tools, and strategies to connect with purpose, building lasting relationships, and advance your career. 

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Let's Put You on the
Path to Growth!

One-Time Payment

$249

USD

Your Purchase Includes:

  • On-demand video lessons
  • A course workbook packed with note taking sections, reflection questions, learning exercises that complement the course content, suggested readings and resources, and more
  • One-year access to the course
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Emerging Leadership Essentials

$747 USD
$599 USD

Course Bundle Includes:

  • Leading Self
  • The EQ Edge
  • Core Leadership Competencies
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Advanced Leadership Concepts

$747 USD
$599 USD

Course Bundle Includes:

  • Your Career Strategic Plan
  • Resilience in Leadership
  • Super Connected
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All 6 Courses
Included 

$1,494 USD
$999 USD

Course Bundle Includes:

  • Leading Self
  • The EQ Edge
  • Core Leadership Competencies
  • Your Career Strategic Plan
  • Resilience in Leadership
  • Super Connected
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